Grainne Brunsdon appointed Chief Operating Officer at Screen Australia

Screen Australia is making changes to its team with Grainne Brunsdon moving from Director of Content, to Chief Operating Officer from April 1.

She succeeds Michael Brealey, who departed the agency in December 2023 after five years in the role.

With more than 25 years’ experience, Brunsdon was the Head of Screen NSW, where she oversaw the state’s investment in the screen sector including production incentives and industry development, supporting NSW productions through the pandemic.

She was also Director of Arts Investment, Engagement and Development at Create NSW, and Head of Strategy, Partnerships and Industry Development and Manager of Stakeholder Relations and Industry Development at Screen NSW.

Screen Australia’s CEO Deirdre Brennan said, “Grainne brings a depth of experience to the role of Chief Operating Officer. She has proven herself to be an exceptional leader who is passionate about Australian storytelling in all its forms. I believe that her experience will be instrumental in helping deliver Screen Australia’s vision and evolving strategic priorities, working with the team to make a significant and holistic contribution to the screen industry.”

Grainne Brunsdon said, “I’m thrilled to be stepping into the role of COO as Screen Australia enters an exciting new chapter. My passion for supporting Australian creative talent has played a significant role in my career and I’m looking forward to helping lead the agency in its next phase of growth.”

Screen Australia is yet to announce a new Director of Content.